What's Your Skin Tone?

By: Teresa M.
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
What's Your Skin Tone?
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About This Quiz

You take great care of your skin, and it shows. Let's find out exactly what your skin tone is called. It will help you determine the best shades of makeup for your complexion!
Which color palate would you choose for eyeshadow?
Greens.
Neutrals.
Blues.
Pinks.

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Do you have a complicated skin care routine?
I use only soap and water.
As I get older, my routine gets longer.
I wouldn't say complicated, but I have a few steps.
I don't think I have a routine, but I do moisturize.

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Can your skin tone handle bright colors?
Yes, I love using bright colors.
Only if I'm going to a Halloween party.
It depends on the color.
No, my skin tone is best with neutrals.

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Do you have any problems with your skin?
My skin gets oily.
I get dry patches.
I have freckles.
I get acne.

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Are you photogenic?
I am fairly photogenic.
I don't do so well with bright lighting.
I do have some good angles.
I am the most photogenic in black and white.

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How often do you moisturize?
Once or twice per day.
Once a week.
I always forget to moisturize.
I use a moisturizing body wash.

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What color family does the majority of your wardrobe fall into?
I have mostly earth toned clothes.
I have mostly light colored clothes.
I have mostly dark colored clothes.
I have mostly jewel colored clothes.

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What SPF does your skin require?
15.
35.
100.
There isn't a number high enough for me.

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What natural substance would you consider adding into your skin care routine?
Coconut oil.
Honey.
Oatmeal.
Almond flour.

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What food do you think your skin tone most resembles?
A plum.
A lemon.
A raspberry.
A banana.

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How would your friends describe your skin tone?
They would say it's glowing.
They would say it's warm.
They would say it's delicious.
They would say it's dewy.

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Do you try to get a tan in the summer?
No, I don't need a tan.
I do like to look a little sunkissed.
No, I don't do well with tanning.
No, I like my pale look.

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Which shade range do you need for foundation?
Medium to Dark.
Light to Medium.
Pale to Light.
Medium.

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Which word best describes your eye color?
Coffee.
Avocado.
Violet.
Almond.

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Which area of your skin requires the most attention?
My face.
My arms.
My feet.
My knees.

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How do you look when you wear black?
Sophisticated.
Sexy.
Corpselike.
Classy.

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Do you think your hair color is flattering for your skin tone?
My stylist does a great job making me look polished.
My hair is a little dark for my skin.
It's the hair I was born with, so it's flattering.
I would like to try another shade.

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Which skin tone do you think is most beautiful?
Cream.
I think all skin tones are beautiful.
I prefer darker skin tones.
I like really fair skin tones.

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Have you researched the right colors for your skin tone?
It's been a lot of trail and error.
That's a good idea!
I have researched a lot of tips for my skin tone.
I usually just try different colors on and see what works.

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Which skin care company do you trust most?
Neutrogena.
M.A.C.
L'Oreal.
I trust natural products.

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Which celebrity's skin tone is closest to your own?
Beyonce.
Taylor Swift.
Allison Hannigan.
Audrey Hepburn.

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Which gemstone is the most flattering on your skin?
Turquoise.
Ruby.
Emerald.
Topaz.

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Do you regularly examine your skin for irregularities?
I examine my skin for moles and discoloration at least once a month.
I monitor skin changes closely.
My doctor checks once per year.
I do self exams every few years.

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How do you deal with blemishes?
I ignore them.
I use concealer.
I wear extra foundation.
I bandage them.

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Which skin care product would you refuse to live without?
Toner.
Moisturizer.
Age-defying serum.
Lip balm.

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Do you buy products geared specifically for your skin tone?
I do try to use products just for my skin tone.
I like to try all types of products.
It is helpful for color families to be grouped together.
I really should look into products for my skin tone.

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When is the last time you had a facial?
Yesterday.
A week or so ago.
I've never had a facial.
I had a facial last year.

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Do you often wear pastel colors?
I do wear a lot of pink.
I don't wear many pastels.
I wear all types of colors.
I prefer earth tones.

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What has changed about your skin over the years?
I have more freckles.
it's darker from being outside.
I have a few age spots.
I have a few fine lines.

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Do you use a lot of anti-aging products?
I don't need them yet.
I use eye cream.
I use fine line filler.
I use several anti-aging products.

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